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Countless travel trends have taken hold over the last ten years:adults-only cruises,Instagram-inspired vacations, eco- andvoluntourism, and of course the rise of short-termvacation rentals.
Home-sharing site Airbnb, which launched in 2008, is taking a look back at its users’ absolute favorite properties of the last decade and revealing the “most wish-listed” vacation home on the platform for each year — ranging from a high-tech house in the California desert to a jungle treehouse in Bali.
2019: Beach House in Santa Catarina, Brazil
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This four-bedroom, 2.5-bath house comes with its own private beach, a large terrace and gorgeous panoramic views of the ocean. Visitors can take a trip to Iguazu Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the world — and an increasingly trendy destination in recent years — or explore the restaurants and shops at the small fisherman’s village bordering the property. Cost: $69/night
2018: Hector Cave House in Santorini Greece
Guests at this traditional cave house carved into the rocky cliffs of Santorini can bask in the sun, a glass of wine in your hand, with perfect views of islands, a volcano and the Aegean Sea. The one-bedroom, two-bath property on the edge of the caldera was originally used as a wine cellar. Now, the property is a sparkling white, photogenic vacation home with a private balcony and a small plunge pool. Cost: $325/night.
2017: White Breeze Apartment in Phuket, Thailand
2016: Everview Suite in Cape Town, South Africa
The 12 Apostles Mountain Range looms over this luxurious three-bedroom, three-bath apartment. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer dreamy views of the ocean as well. Outside, there’s a spacious pool deck with couches for those wanting to tan or curl up with a book. Camps Bay Beach is a short walk from the property, while bustling Cape Town is a 10-minute drive away. Cost: $363/night.
2015: Treehouse in Bali, Indonesia
2014: Cob Cottage on Mayne Island, Canada
2013: The Seashell House in Isla Mujeres, Mexico
2012: Off-The-Grid House inPioneertown, California
2011: La Selva Villa in Tuscany,Italy
source: people.com
